Equipment Operator & Plant Maintenance

About the Role

This position involves the safe and efficient diagnosis, adjustment, and repair of plant equipment. Operate one or several types of equipment including an off-road heavy-duty truck, water truck, quarry truck, and stock truck. Training will be provided in this position and other areas of the aggregate production facility to widen opportunities and experience.

Responsibilities

• Dismantle and reassemble heavy plant components using hoists and hand tools.
• Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials using trucks, crawler tractors, power cranes, shovels, graders, or related equipment, including stone crushers, screens, and conveyors.
• Operate and inspect machines or heavy equipment to diagnose defects.
• Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
• Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Examine parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, changing filters, taking oil samples, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Environmental, Health & Safety Manual.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Mechanically inclined; previous mining experience preferred but not necessary.
• Ability to promote and participate in team environment concepts.
• Interact professionally with vendors, plant employees, and different levels of management.
• Maintain a current driver's license.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Self-motivation and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Available to work extended hours throughout the year, including nights and weekends when necessary; opportunities for overtime.
• High regard for safety standards.
• Travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Drive a 40, 50, or 60-ton truck, articulated stock truck, or water truck for extended periods.
• Frequently crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above shoulders.
• Climb a vertical ladder into the vehicle.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Pay

$23.50-$27.50 an hour

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription

Dolomite Products Co., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure, offering opportunities in a large international organization while maintaining a small company environment.